Crafter's Choice™ White Kaolin Clay

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Kaolin

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Kaolin Clay

Directions:

DIRECTIONS: Incorporate into formula, amount as desired. Common use levels are 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon per pound of base. If making a face mask, the common use level is 50-75%. Test your final product to insure optimal performance.

STORAGE: Store in an airtight, cool, dark location.  When stored properly, best used within 1 year from date of purchase.  Keep out of reach from children and pets.

CAUTION: For external use only.  Keep out of reach of children and away from eyes. Do not inhale.

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Posted By: cele   |   August 10, 2022

"Hello, I want to know if this clay is suitable for making mineral makeup and in what percentage is it used if so. Thank you"

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be used to make mineral makeup. The usage rate would vary from 0.1-100% depending on the application.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 16, 2022

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Posted By: Steve   |   March 13, 2022

"What color is this product? White or off white? "

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Staff Answer The SDS states the range can be White / Off-white. We'd say it's slightly off-white.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 17, 2022

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Posted By: Rachel   |   February 02, 2022

"Can I mix clay with aloe gel without it spoiling or do I need a preservative?"

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Staff Answer This just depends on the amount added. The aloe vera gel can take up to 2% additives without needed an additional preserative.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 17, 2022

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Posted By: melody   |   October 13, 2021

"Will this color my soap white?"

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Staff Answer Depending on the colors of you oils and butters used, yes it will help color it white/off-white.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 13, 2021

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Posted By: Veronica   |   July 05, 2021

"Can this be added along with stearic acid and essential oil in MP soap? If so what would be the ration between the two. Thanks"

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Staff Answer Yes, you can add this to CP soap. You should not add stearic. This can be added at 1 tsp per pound of MP soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 07, 2021

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Posted By: Ashley   |   April 12, 2021

"When making a clay mask with only clays and oils, will I need to add a preservative?"

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Staff Answer A preservative would not be required in this type of formulation.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 14, 2021

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Posted By: Lorchegg   |   April 11, 2021

"Hi, how much kaolin Clay should I add to CP soap? "

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Staff Answer We recommend 1 TBSP per lb of oils.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 13, 2021

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Posted By: Skin Candy   |   February 06, 2021

"Can this be used in place of arrowroot powder in a body butter to reduce some of the greasiness?"

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Staff Answer We haven't used kaolin clay for that reason, so we do not know for sure how much it will help remove greasiness.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 08, 2021

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Posted By: Skin Candy   |   February 06, 2021

"Can this be added to a whipped or emulsified body butter as a thickening agent?"

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be added to body butters.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 08, 2021

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Posted By: Krisandria   |   October 08, 2020

"Is this vegan?"

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Staff Answer Yes, this is vegan.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 09, 2020

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Posted By: Laura   |   October 01, 2020

"Both the White Kaolin and the Rose Kaolin Clay say they are "Kaolin", but the Rose is said to absorb oil whereas the White version is said to be safe for sensitive skin. Can you please explain why, when it looks like they are both just "Kaolin"? Thank you! :)"

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Staff Answer Both products are Kaolin, just different versions, which is why they have the same INCI. The differences between them come from the different minerals they consist of. This gives them the different properties and colors.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 05, 2020

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Thank you very much! :)

Posted By: Laura   |   Date: October 05, 2020

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Posted By: Julie   |   May 16, 2020

"The last batch I purchased of this was more beige in color and looked identical to colloidal oatmeal, whereas in the past it was white. Is this current batch white, or the beige color? "

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Staff Answer The color of the kaolin clay can vary from batch to batch since it is a natural product. This is not a question that can be answered here. You would need to contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-359-0944. Thank you.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 18, 2020

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Posted By: Kim   |   April 15, 2020

"What other benefits are there besides being a hardener in cp soap? Does that mean it accelerates trace? Would I need to use sodium lactate if I use this for hardening?"

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Staff Answer Kaolin clay will also help make your soap silky and creamy. It is not necessary to use sodium lactate if using kaolin.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 15, 2020

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Posted By: Ginny   |   January 18, 2020

"I've been using this in my bath bombs for strength and hardness and it works great. But I've noticed on the bath bombs that are not colored with any micas and are intended to be white, that they are turning a brownish color. Could this be caused by the kaolin clay? If so, is there anything that I can add that will prevent this from happening?"

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Staff Answer It might be the fragrance that is doing this. The kaolin clay should not turn the bath bombs brown. If your fragrance contains vanilla, you might want to use the Vanilla Color Stabilizer for CP soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 20, 2020

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Posted By: Leigh   |   January 14, 2020

"Is kaolin clay lip safe? I want to add something to my tinted lip balms to make them more matte and less glossy."

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Staff Answer You may not want to add a clay but you can use titanium dioxide in your lip balm. This will give you a matte look.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 14, 2020

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Posted By: Natalie   |   August 18, 2019

"Hi, does clay expire ? "

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Staff Answer If properly stored, in a dry area in airtight packaging, kaolin clay can be stored indefinitely.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 19, 2019

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Posted By: Victoria    |   June 27, 2019

"Can this product be used in face scrubs? Thanks!"

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Staff Answer It will not add any scrubbiness to the product but will give it a nice feel and will also help to thicken the scrub.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 28, 2019

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Posted By: Theresa   |   March 17, 2019

"If used in MP, will this make the soap grainy? How much should I use per pound of MP? Thank you. "

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Staff Answer This will not make your MP soap grainy. Mix a small amount of clay into some melted soap. Mix until well blended then add back into the larger melted soap. Average use level is 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon per pound of soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 18, 2019

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Posted By: olga   |   December 15, 2018

"I need Kaolin clay to make toothpaste. I wonder if this Kaolin clay is food grade to safely be used on diy toothpaste."

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Staff Answer None of our ingredients are intended for potential ingestion. We are not a food handling facility.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 15, 2018

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Posted By: Lexie   |   November 10, 2018

"Hello I'm trying to make my whip body butter more creamer and less greasy can I use white Kaolin clay?"

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Staff Answer You can use kaolin clay but I think a better addition to your formula would be the "Crafter's Choice Slick Fix".

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 11, 2018

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Posted By: Ruth   |   November 04, 2018

"First time to use White Kaolin Clay in my CPOP soap. My questions are: At what point do I add it? How much do I add? What ingredient do I add it to fragrance? Oils? Lye? Water?"

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Staff Answer Normal usage is up to 1 tablespoon of clay per pound of oils. The clay can be added into a small amount of oils once they are melted. Then, add back into melted oils. You can also add clay in at trace and stick blend until the clay is smooth and without clumps.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 06, 2018

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Posted By: Karen   |   October 25, 2018

"Hello is karolin clay a hardner if so I wanted to if I did 8oz of bath whip can I use the karlion clay to make the Bath whip firm I dont want it hard"

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Staff Answer Kaolin clay is a hardener that works best in bath fizzies and soap. You can add this to the bath whip to help thicken it. Adding a small amount of MP soap will also help to firm up the bath whip. Adding Bubble Wash Thickener at about 2% to the base will also help.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 26, 2018

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Posted By: Michelle   |   October 08, 2018

"Can this clay be used in diaper cream, in place of bentonite clay? Is there a clay you recommend for a diaper rash cream. Thank you."

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Staff Answer Bentonite is usually the clay of choice in a diaper cream but kaolin is thought to help once diaper rash occurs.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 09, 2018

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Posted By: Rachel   |   September 09, 2018

"Hi, I was just wondering if this clay works better than cornstarch to harden bath bombs? I’ve been using cornstarch but my bath bombs are cracking and my shower bombs are crumbling. I’m trying to figure out what has changed and if certain ingredients will work better. Thank you "

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Staff Answer Kaolin clay works very well to produce a hard bath bomb. Also, adding a small amount of water helps make bath bombs hard.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 10, 2018

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Posted By: Anthony   |   August 02, 2018

"Is this kaolin clay Cosmetic grade and irradiated?"

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Staff Answer Yes, this is cosmetic grade and has been irradiated.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 02, 2018

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Posted By: haikugrl   |   July 20, 2018

"Hi, Any idea when this might be back in stock? :-)"

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Staff Answer We just approved a new lot number and it should be in very soon.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 20, 2018

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Posted By: Matt   |   March 01, 2018

"In one of the descriptions it mentions that this clay is lumpy although it only is a 3 micron particle. Does it have a high moisture content? Do you have any data on its moisture content?"

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Staff Answer Many powders do clump when added to a liquid and need a little extra blending. We do not have any information on the moisture content of this clay.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 05, 2018

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Posted By: Kathryn   |   January 19, 2018

"Where is the origin of this clay? Is it produced in the US? "

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Staff Answer The country of origin is the United States.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 24, 2018

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Posted By: Bonnie   |   December 17, 2017

"The Wholesale Supplies Plus article Getting Started: Coloring Melt & Pour Soap Base says that "You can use clay at 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per pound of MP Soap Base." If that's the recommended usage, then why does the Mens Shave Soap call for 2 tablespoons of Kaolin Clay per 8 ounces of soap? Perhaps it's a typo. To me, two tablespoons per 8 ounces of soap base seems like a lot. What are the correct proportions for using Kaolin in M&P soap?"

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Staff Answer We have added more clay to this MP soap recipe because the clay adds silkiness and glide which makes it perfect for a shave soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 20, 2017

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Posted By: Elisha   |   November 07, 2017

"Does this clay help hold scent in cold process soap ? "

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Staff Answer We have never tested this to see if the kaolin clay holds the scent but you can use Benzoin Powder which is a fragrance fixative: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/products/benzoin-powder.aspx.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 08, 2017

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Posted By: cristina m   |   July 26, 2017

"Hi..I have a bag of kaolin that Ive use before for bath bombs with no problem. As of late though, it's making my bath bombs grainy (in the tub). The clay itself looks clean, white and dry - there's no evidence of mold - but when added to a bit of water it's not dissolving, leaving the skin feeling "sandy". Any clue to what's happened?"

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Staff Answer It is hard to know why this might be grainy. Try putting the clay through a sifter to see if that helps with the grainy feel.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 01, 2017

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Update: I decreased the amount of clay in the recipe and they subsequent batches have turned out great.

Posted By: cristina m   |   Date: August 02, 2017

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Posted By: Erica   |   April 06, 2017

"Has this clay, or any other Clay you offer been sterilized prior to packaging?"

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Staff Answer Our white kaolin clay is not bleached, nor is it treated with powerful chemicals. It is cleaned mechanically to remove mineral impurities.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 11, 2017

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Posted By: Mary   |   April 27, 2015

"Is it advisable to use White Kaolin Clay in body lotions using goats milk and honey base? What are the benefits of doing so? "

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Staff Answer Lotions are not one of our recommended product uses for this clay. You will need to test this product in your lotions for compatibility.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 27, 2015

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I have been adding Rose Kaolin Clay to my goats milk and honey cream base for about a year now and really like the way it feels on my skin. It also gives a pretty pink color to the cream.

Posted By: Mary   |   Date: June 08, 2016

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Posted By: Carla   |   January 22, 2016

"YES, I WAS WONDERING HOW THIS WORKS AND BENEFITS IN WHIPPED SOAP USING YOUR FOAMING BATH WHIP. THANK YOU."

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Staff Answer Hi Carla White Kaolin clay is a very mild clay that is good as a thickening agent. It does not draw oils from the skin. Common use levels are 1-3 teaspoons per pound of base.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 22, 2016

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MAY I ASK ANOTHER QUESTION?. DOES THIS GET MIXED IN WITH FOAMING BATH WHIP AND STORED BEFORE A BATCH IS MADE OR AS I MAKE? THANK YOU. IF IT IS AS MADE AND I MADE A 4 OR 8 OZ JAR HOW MUCH WOULD I NEED?.

Posted By: Carla   |   Date: January 22, 2016

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Staff Answer I would recommend adding it as you create a batch. For 8 ounces, 0.5 to 1.5 teaspoons, For 4 ounces, 0.25 to 0.75 teaspoons.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 27, 2016

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Posted By: Heather   |   February 18, 2014

"Would this make my CP soap "crumbly"?"

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It's a nice addition to CP soap. If you use too much, it will make the soap too grainy. Try starting with a teaspoon per pound of oils.

Posted By: Denise   |   Date: February 19, 2014

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Only if you add an excessive amount or don't use enough liquid. I like to make this into a slurry with a little water prior to adding it to my soap batter.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 25, 2014

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I have used lots of clays in CP soap, not just for their beneficial skin properties, but also strictly as a colorant. I have never had any make my soap crumbly.

Posted By: emmelou   |   Date: September 12, 2014

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I'm having trouble with the crumbles also, since adding 2 new ingredients. Using KC 1t per lb of oils and salt (Himalania Pink) 1t per lb of oils to harden bars. Crumbles.

Posted By: Susan   |   Date: January 26, 2016

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Posted By: Briony    |   January 13, 2016

"Can I add this to my facial scrub recipe that includes another powder exfoliant? And if so, what benefits does it add? Also my finished product is 6oz so how much would I add when making that recipe? "

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Staff Answer Common use levels for making a face mask is 50-75%. Test your final product to insure optimal performance. It does not draw oils from the skin but it's useful on dry, normal, sensitive skin.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 21, 2016

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Posted By: Lisa   |   December 27, 2015

"Is this clay all natural or refine through a chemical process? "

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Staff Answer Hi Lisa The clay is all natural.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 21, 2016

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Posted By: Roseanne   |   December 09, 2015

"Does the clay need to be wet when adding as an ingredient to help harden bath bombs? I am wondering if it is put in as a "dry" ingredient that the hardening process may not occur."

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Staff Answer We have typically have used and have seen kaolin clay being mixed with the dry ingredients. Maybe the softness is a result of other ingredients in the recipe? Salt can attract moisture to bath bombs making them softer or humidity can affect them. Make sure they are not drying near an air conditioner or humidifier.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 09, 2015

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Posted By: Roseanne   |   December 07, 2015

"How do I make my bath bombs harden with the clay? I purchased kaolin clay to help harden my bath bombs. The bath bombs I make are 2.5 ounces each, and I use 1 tablespoon of this clay per 9 bath bombs. I mold the bath bombs using a meatballer. My bath bombs do not seem to be any harder then they were without the in them clay. Am I suppose to put the clay in a specific order with the ingredients to make this work? "

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Staff Answer 4 ounces of Kaolin Clay is used in our "Perfect Every Time" bath fizzies. You can also increase the amount of clay in your recipe if you would like a harder fizzy. Click Here for the full recipe!

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 08, 2015

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Posted By: MARY   |   August 06, 2015

"I need 1 1/2 cups.....how much should I buy?"

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Staff Answer A one pound bag would yield enough product for 1-1/2 cups.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 19, 2015

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Posted By: Kristina   |   June 23, 2015

"Will this help give a white color to cp soap?"

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Staff Answer I wouldn't recommended the White Kaolin clay that could make soap an off white color. I would suggest any of our titanium dioxide colorants.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 06, 2015

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Posted By: shirley   |   July 18, 2015

"I would like to make the mask in advance, like 32oz... can i do that? "

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Staff Answer That all depends on your recipe. If your formula is dry ingredients than yes. If your recipe includes any wet ingredients it becomes more difficult to make in advance. If your recipe includes water you will also need to add a preservative when making ahead.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 05, 2015

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Posted By: Darlene   |   December 28, 2013

"How much Kaolin Clay is used in the 2 lb Melt and Pour"

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If you are asking how much clay you can use in 2 lbs of melt and pour I would start with a tablespoon mix well and see how it looks to you. You don't want to put so much clay that it all sinks to the bottom. It's also good to wait for the soap to cool a bit before incorporating clay. Hope I answered the question you were asking :)

Posted By: Amanda    |   Date: December 30, 2013

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One to two tablespoons per pound of melt and pour soap base. Mix first with a small amount of distilled water using a mini mixer. This will prevent clay from clumping in your soap.

Posted By: Laurie   |   Date: June 22, 2015

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Posted By: Valerie   |   April 02, 2015

"I have seen some indication that I can add kaolin clay to my body wash formula for an exfoliating wash. how much would I add to 8 oz of body wash please? How do I incorporate it? Should I instead use colloidial clay? thanks!"

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Staff Answer Common use levels are 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon per pound of base. Using a whisk, gradually add the clay to your liquid soap base and continue whisking until there are no more clumps.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 12, 2015

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Thank you for this info! Will the clay stay in suspension with just simply stirring? Is this advice for the collodial clay or regular clay? Thanks!

Posted By: Valerie   |   Date: May 12, 2015

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Staff Answer I am not familiar with colloidal clay so you will have to test that for yourself. Whether or not the clay stays suspended will also depend on the body wash base you are using. If you are using our Crystal Clear Shower Gel the clay may separate and fall to the bottom. If you are using our Liquid Suspension Soap Base then you should not have any issued with separation.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 12, 2015

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Posted By: Jamia   |   April 07, 2015

"Can this product still be used after one year of purchase even if it hasn't been opened or slightly used?"

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Clay shouldn't go bad so long as it has been kept dry. If exposed to moisture it can grow mold (as most things can when wet). But so long as it has been stored dry it should pretty much last forever since it is a clay mineral.

Posted By: Home   |   Date: April 15, 2015

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Posted By: Bhakti   |   January 30, 2015

"Does clay, of any kind, thicken cold process soap? Thank you! "

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Clay absorbs water, so yes, it can make soap batter thicker. Too much can cause soap "drag", unless that's what you're going for. Figuring out how much clay to use to get your desired results can come by adding at different stages during soapmaking.

Posted By: Denise   |   Date: February 23, 2015

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Posted By: Shannon   |   December 20, 2013

"There is a huge price difference between the white and rose colors of this clay, but from the descriptions, I can't really decipher the differences in the properties of the clay. Surely there must be more difference in these two products than the color?"

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the rose kaolin clay is used only in cosmetics from what ive read. it increases circulation and can also be used to add a silky feel to soaps and lotions. the white kaolin clay is much more versitile and can be used in a wide variety of applications. it does not absorb oil so it is extremely useful for those with dry skin. i would assume the price difference is so great because the white clay is more common than the rose, but i cant say for sure. i hope that helps!

Posted By: Katy    |   Date: December 21, 2013

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Kaolin Clay's come in several different colors, but they are all made of kaolinite and the mildest of all clay's. The Rose Kaolin is tinted with Iron Oxide (info gathered from the MSDS sheets), which gives a lovely pink/rose tint to products. They are both excellent for sensitive skins. The cost difference may be associated with processing to keep it a consistent Pink as the Iron Oxide can create a red, yellow or orangish tint?

Posted By: Patti   |   Date: December 27, 2014

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Posted By: Suzanne    |   June 24, 2014

"Hi would this work in a sugar scrub or salt scrub or whipped butter?Thanks"

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Staff Answer This product is compatible with most cosmetic ingredients so I do not see any reason it could not be used in a scrub or whipped butter.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 25, 2014

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I've used this and other clays in my sugar scrubs with good results.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 25, 2014

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Certainly, and you probably would not need very much. It will thicken the mixture slightly.

Posted By: emmelou   |   Date: September 12, 2014

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I use this in body butter to give my body butter less of a greasy feel I did use corn starch before I bought this. I also use in cp soap to give it a slick silky feeling.

Posted By: Shelby   |   Date: October 22, 2014

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Posted By: Natalie   |   September 28, 2014

"Does the kaolin clay depress lather in detergent free melt and pour base?"

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Staff Answer No, it will not cut down on the lather but will give you a harder bar of soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 29, 2014

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Posted By: Melissa   |   September 05, 2014

"Can you use white clay with a little glycerin instead of water to make a mask for dry skin?"

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Glycerin has to be mixed with water to get the best benefits from it, however Aloe vera gel works great to make a mask.

Posted By: Samantha   |   Date: September 06, 2014

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Staff Answer Glycerin does not dry out and harden so the mask will not dry and tighten with glycerin only. It is best to use water which will dry on the face as a mask should.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 08, 2014

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If your skin is dry, you can definitely add some oil or aloe. It may not harden as much, but a mask does not necessarily have to harden in order for your skin to benefit.

Posted By: emmelou   |   Date: September 12, 2014

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Posted By: Samantha   |   May 06, 2014

"When using this clay for a facial mask, how would I go about preserving it with optiphen plus? "

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Staff Answer You would only need to add a preservative if you are adding water to your product prior to selling/gifting. If you are making a dry powder mix that is to be blended with water at the time of use you do not need to preserve this your product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 06, 2014

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If it is a dry powdered face mask mix you are selling you don't need to preserve the powder. I put on my labels not to let any moisture in the jar, and to keep it in a cool dry place.

Posted By: Constance   |   Date: May 06, 2014

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Posted By: Christine   |   January 16, 2014

"When do you add the white kaolin clay to your CP soap batch and how much for a 2 pound batch? "

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I add about 1 tbs per lb and mix with equal parts water and add at trace.

Posted By: Meghan    |   Date: January 18, 2014

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I use 1-3 Tablespoons per pound, depending on which recipe I'm using. At that ratio it's a perfect balance for me.

Posted By: Denise   |   Date: February 14, 2014

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Posted By: Andrea   |   December 13, 2013

"I have a face scrub recipe that includes this clay. I read the overview and did not see any "health" benefits listed for this clay. Are there any?"

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Kaolin clay is a gentle exfoliant. It does not draw oils from the skin, which makes it great to use on dry or sensitive skin.

Posted By: Debbie   |   Date: December 14, 2013

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Kaolin clay is the mildest of all the clays and also the least absorbent. It is known to gently exfoliate and cleanse skin without drawing out all of the beneficial oils in your skin. This makes it great for all skin types, but especially sensitive, dry or mature skin.

Posted By: Michele   |   Date: December 15, 2013

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I believe kaolin clay has been used to help purify, nourish, soothe and heal different skin types. It is commonly used as a facial mask since it is chemical free, not to mention the fact that it is cheap than other ingredients. I love that its mild on the skin too.

Posted By: Heather   |   Date: February 03, 2014

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